1. Open and welcoming

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Public spaces should be inclusive for everyone.

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They should also be accessible.

When something is accessible, everyone can use it.

This could be having accessible:

A ramp with a handrail.
  • ramps

A bench with a space for people with mobility aids.

  • seats

A toilet with handrails and a backrest.

  • toilets

A playground with an accessible ramp onto the equipment.

  • playgrounds.

Accessible public spaces should also be:

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  • close to public transport, like a bus stop

A person riding a bicycle through a public space.

  • easy to walk or ride to.

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Public spaces should have lots of free things for people to:

  • engage with
  • do.

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Each public space might not meet every person’s needs.

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So all public places should work well together.